Peace Overtures at Pretoria Meeting Spark Wide War Fears
War plans and troop movements dominate reports from the Pretoria talks. General Kitchener and Lord Roberts are discussed as British leaders aim to sustain a long campaign. Papers note the possibility of months of conflict, with troops and resources redirected toward the seat of war.
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Weather prime tor next day in Topeka State Journal
The Topeka State Journal lists weather outlook with partly cloudy skies tonight and warmer conditions expected in the eastern portion. Included is a digest of top news items, features, and society notes planned for today.
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Topeka State Journal
Political brief notes from Port Scott and Tope changes
Spenad Gariy in the spring with o if Muriah Merkera now pits. Hepabtican ctoseiate for Senator Trem. Bourbon Jonety came to Tope lust BIEDE announcing intentions. W. 5 Spaneiee, a whiteabler at the university of Lawretter, opened deal Loc Intereet with the Sill for extermination of prairie dogs. Congressman Calderheid returned to Washington denying motives behind political plot. Reeder introduces bill to investigate feasibility of creating 9 artesian wells in the western state.
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Puston
Steve Cave
Hasken
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Calderheid
Washington
Reeder
Patriotial House
QUIT LYING. Kansas Man Seeks Name Change to FR AL Bund
Wichita January reports a Kansas man named Zkeeb Moon th Gor petitioned Garden City court to change his name to FR AL Bund. He had posted in a local paper promising to stop lying and to avoid harm to neighbors. The case outlines legal steps for a name change and references community skepticism.
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Schmidt President Seen As Head Of Democratic Club
Fragmented report notes the Democratic Club electing a president with A A Vogel as vice president and other officers named. A murder charge against J Derkis is reported along with a family death and linked court action in Conrad Ruft case.
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T. M. Fianney
Gratified at Prospect of Early Settlement of Troubles
A report from the capital notes officials express gratification over the prospect of an early settlement to ongoing troubles. Leaders foresee swift progress and a stabilizing resolution affecting policy and public sentiment.
Indian Appropriation Bill Boosts Haskell and Aickapo Funds
Kansas news highlights include $123000 for Haskell and $20500 for the Aickapoo school in the Indian appropriation bill. Congressman Cherie Curtiz discusses China policy with White House officials. comments on progress toward a settlement and U.S. prosperity. Also reported: a Eureka Kansas bank authorized to begin business, Salina’s postmaster tied to a Cuba post, and officials from Fort Leavenworth visiting Washington to lobby federal prison needs.
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United States
Municipal Degeneration Its Causes Discussed by Bishop Potter
Bishop Potter addressed a City Club gathering on municipal degeneration criticizing corruption and urging individual virtue and vigilance. He blamed the public and officials for tolerating flaws and urged sacrificial effort, citing Roosevelt's example as a standard of active reform.
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A lengthy excerpt portrays a speaker defending public vigilance and exposing flaws in policing and governance. He argues forceful public opinion is essential, condemns corruption, and calls for sacrifice, personal courage, and sustained scrutiny to uphold the community’s rights and laws.
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Baker quits race amid party pressure disclosure
Citizens read of Senator Bakers decision after managers urged a united bid for Johnston or Gleed. He refused to push rivals and declared he would withdraw, telling supporters they could seek help elsewhere. The account notes weather and political turmoil in Madrid and surrounding areas.
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Feud in Glay County as election judges arrested
Two fusion election judges Joseph Bebb and Lyman Martin were arrested on warrants by Hermen Avery’s son for allegedly denying ballots to three voters in Wakefield during the last election. Republicans claim irregularities and push prosecutions while threats of further arrests haunt the county.
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Weaveing and concert club hosts afternoon lecture tour
Dearne presented by the ladies of the weaving and concert club with C Judeos of Port assisting. An illustrated lecture by Mr Judeos and a group of local talent will be held under the auspices of the In bden Owlér. Delegates will depart for an excursion on the pacific coast by two special trains. The convention plans include a large attendance and a program to be staged for LA delegates and 5,060 visitors.
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Negroes Arm Themselves Amid County Tensions
In St Louis a public bulletin reports African Americans in the southeast county arming themselves after white outrages. Citizens aim to quell fear but fear renewed clashes if posed with resistance. A regulator noticeposted on Tomes gate posts warns whites to prevent Black residents from living nearby.
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Because Lee Was a Rebel in Lincoln Reception
Linowhi Nebraska January 5 Colonel Victor Vitquain on Governors staff caused a stir by refusing to attend the receiving line at the inaugural ball due to General Lee's stance in the Civil War. Vitquain, a Civil War veteran of Fort Fisher fame, was brevetted brigadier general and awarded two medals by Congress.
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National Live Stock Association Convention Plans Revealed
Big crowd in Salt Lake City hears program for the fourth annual National Live Stock Association convention to begin January 15 in Assembly Hall with four days of sessions. Notable speakers include LG Powers Abraham Renne and Marvin Hognitt. Officials planned discussions on arid lands, livestock conditions, transportation and meat trade, with reports from executive committees and a welcome from Governor Weitz.
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Pullman Plays Roulette in Las Vegas Gambling Spree
George M. Pullman, heir to the Pullman car fortune, arrived in the area seeking recuperation. He reportedly engaged in high stakes gambling, winning or losing large sums at roulette. J. F. Harcourt of Philadelphia accompanied him, allegedly clearing about $25,000 in two weeks while Pullman struggled with finances.
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Pullman Phince Car
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Mtn
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Quiet Election to Replace Safford in Thirty-Eighth District
Voters opened polls at 8 and closed at 6:30 in a quiet election to choose a successor to H.C. Safford. J. B. Betta is expected to win against F. Collins, a Populist, amid definite results anticipated.
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Rosewater in Court Charged With Voter Corruption
Omaha editor Rosewater faces a police court charge of violating anti corruption statutes in a bid to influence voters in the U S Senate race. The complaint says funds were paid to unnamed parties for influencing voters. He appeared and was released on recognizance pending Saturday’s hearing.
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South Ornate
All Met Violent Deaths Craig Coto Fan 5 News
All Met violent deaths reported a jurat reached on Christmas night where a person named Mire Ward perished in the Sitio. The account notes she was mut of the smoke and bubbersist in the incident.
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Thrown On Rocks as San Francisco Steamer Wrecks
A San Francisco line steamer Luria wrecks with many missing after last night collision. A man drifts ashore aboard a overturned craft while crews search for 30 to 40 missing passengers. Rescue tugs may arrive to aid survivors as authorities report limited communication from the scene.
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Cadet Rows Protests At Early Bristol Meeting
Bristol residents gathered at nine o’clock this morning to demand work and question a firearm related incident. Dr. Win H. Mietin, referred to as a freietel ples sulan, urged civil discussion amid tensions.
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Close Hanna Home As Senator Readies Penalty
Fragmented report from Cleveland summarizes a June action plan with Washington focus. It notes proposed winter spending, a senator’s penality, and mentions several named places and individuals in a garbled sequence of military and political references.
Dowie Bloters Fine in Dowie Tote Case
Four men were convicted of participation in a Dowie tote case. Local trial records identify Gow, Brogden, C. Jats, and Poemer among those fined. The proceedings occurred after a summer period of alleged illicit activity.
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